Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a vibrant and flavor-packed dish that will elevate your summer gatherings and weeknight dinners. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty blend of salsa verde, lime juice, and spices, then grilled to perfection and topped with melty pepper Jack cheese. This easy recipe not only delights the taste buds but also offers versatility in serving options—from tacos to salads or simply on its own with your favorite sides. Perfect for family-friendly meals, this dish combines healthy ingredients with bold flavors, making it a must-try for any grilling enthusiast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces salsa verde
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt (or more, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 slices pepper Jack cheese
- Fresh cilantro, finely minced (optional, for garnishing)
- Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and grill for 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- In the last minute of grilling, place a slice of pepper Jack cheese on each breast to melt.
- Remove from grill, let rest briefly, then garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg